Sediment measurements from multiple aggregate sources: not all aggregates perform identically

Foltz, R.B.; Truebe, M. 2004. Sediment measurements from multiple aggregate sources: not all aggregates perform identically. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, San Dimas Technology and Development Program, 7700. Transportation Management Tech Tips. 0477 1308--SDTDC. July 2004. 2 p.

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Abstract: The Rocky Mountain Research Station and the Willamette National Forest performed a study to investigate the sediment production of several aggregates. Nine basalts, three quartzites, two welded tuffs, two alluvial, and one each of glacial outwash and limestone were tested. The sediment production from the most erodible aggregate was 100 times that of the least erodible; a large range that should be considered when choosing aggregate surfacing material.

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